1999 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |